As the World Series pops off on October 25th between the NY Yankees and LA Dodgers, all eyes are on LA native MLBbro Giancarlo Stanton, who’s ready to face off against the Dodgers. Tomorrow, the stage is set at Dodger Stadium, where Stanton will take the field donning the pinstripes for a team he has helped transformed into a powerhouse in 2024.
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Stanton’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. With a playoff batting average of .294, including five home runs, he’s proven to be a force in the postseason, even getting crowned the MVP for the 2024 American League Championship series. Stanton was amazing during the ALDS against the Cleveland Guardians with four home runs and seven RBI.
“It’s a special moment for me, a special time,” Stanton said. “But this ain’t the trophy I want. I want the next one.” Said Stanton
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When looking at the next trophy he is talking about, that is the World Series trophy. He’s playing against a team that he is very familiar with. Stanton in his 25 career games at Dodger Stadium has had ten home runs, twenty-six RBI, and an average of .309. Along with having an OPS of 1.086. Needless to say, he is very comfortable in Dodgers Stadium.
This matchup holds special significance for him; as a kid in LA, he dreamed of playing in the World Series, but how sweet is it that he’s playing against his hometown team? It’s a story that a Hollywood writer couldn’t even dream of. Imagine that you’re from Panorama City, California and now as a 34-year-old man, you get to put on a show for your friends and family.
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“It means everything to be here! This is the most incredible time. I’ve had a special time to be here for sure.” Stanton said. Many fans are buzzing about the star-studded matchup with the Yankees and Dodgers. All everyone is talking about is Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani versus the Bronx Bombers Aaron Judge and Stanton. When asked if the matchup brings more motivation, Stanton said, “I don’t need any outside influences to heighten my desires for a moment like this. If you need any extra for this moment, you have the wrong mindset.”
Knowing that Stanton’s powerful swing could change the course of the series, he is ready to shine under the bright lights of an LA boy turned Yankees hero.
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